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Greater Altoona Career and Technology Center
High School · Greater Altoona Career and Technology Center
1500 4th Avenue, Altoona, PA 16602
Enrollment
47
Student-Teacher
1.5:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
47
Student-Teacher
1.5:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
School environment
10.0 / 10
Exceptional
About Greater Altoona Career and Technology Center
Greater Altoona Career and Technology Center is a public high school in Altoona, PA, part of the Greater Altoona Career and Technology Center. The school serves approximately 47 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 1.5:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $53,097, where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a small city setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 47 students, Greater Altoona Career and Technology Center is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 1.5:1, Greater Altoona Career and Technology Center offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 47 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 1.5:1
- Address
- 1500 4th Avenue, Altoona, PA 16602
- Website
- gactc.edu
- Phone
- (814) 946-8450
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
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How Greater Altoona Career and Technology Center Compares
See how Greater Altoona Career and Technology Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
1500 4th Avenue, Altoona, PA 16602
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Greater Altoona Career and Technology Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BISHOP GUILFOYLE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 0.9 miles away). Additionally, Altoona Area HS (rated 3.8/10, 0.2 miles away). For more schools in Altoona, see our Altoona schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Altoona Area HS Altoona | 0.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Altoona Area Jr HS Altoona | 0.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Penn-Lincoln El Sch Altoona | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| GREAT COMMISSION SCHOOLS Altoona | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| TENDER LOVE FOR CHILDREN CHILD CARE Altoona | 0.5 mi | — |
| BISHOP GUILFOYLE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Altoona | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Pleasant Valley El Sch Altoona | 1.0 mi | 3.1 |
| Irving El Sch Altoona | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL-ALTOONA ELMNTRY CMPS Altoona | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Baker El Sch Altoona | 1.7 mi | 3.9 |
| HARBOR HOUSE CENTER EARLY ACADEMICS Altoona | 1.9 mi | — |
| Juniata El Sch Altoona | 2.1 mi | 3.3 |
| Logan El Sch Altoona | 2.1 mi | 3.7 |
| SOARING HEIGHTS SCHOOL - MIFFLINTOWN Altoona | 2.7 mi | — |
| SOARING HEIGHTS SCHOOL Altoona | 2.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Central Pennsylvania Digital Learning Foundation CS Altoona | 2.8 mi | 5.8 |
| HOLY TRINITY MIDDLE SCHOOL CAMPUS Altoona | 2.7 mi | 6.7 |
| MERAKEY EDUCATION CENTER Altoona | 3.0 mi | — |
| Juniata Gap El Sch Altoona | 2.9 mi | 3.6 |
| Mowrie A Ebner El Sch Altoona | 2.7 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 16602 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,097
Median Home Value
$120,200
Median Rent
$842/mo
Population
27,014
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
67.6%
Avg Commute
18.9 min
Poverty Rate
18.3%
Median Age
41.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding Greater Altoona Career and Technology Center has a median household income of $53,097. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $120,200, with a median rent of $842/month. The area has a poverty rate of 18.3%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 19 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Berks Career and Technology Center-East Campus Oley, PA | — |
| Danville Ctr Adolescent Female Danville, PA | — |
| Delaware County Technical High School - Aston Aston, PA | — |
| Delaware County Technical High School - Folcroft Folcroft, PA | — |
| North Montco Technical Career Center Lansdale, PA | — |
| THE CONCEPT SCHOOL West Chester, PA | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Greater Altoona Career and Technology Center
What grades does Greater Altoona Career and Technology Center serve?
Greater Altoona Career and Technology Center serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Greater Altoona Career and Technology Center?
Greater Altoona Career and Technology Center has an enrollment of approximately 47 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Greater Altoona Career and Technology Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Greater Altoona Career and Technology Center is 1.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Greater Altoona Career and Technology Center a charter school?
No, Greater Altoona Career and Technology Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Greater Altoona Career and Technology Center a Title I school?
No, Greater Altoona Career and Technology Center is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (2,209/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Altoona). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 47
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 1.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Type
- vocational
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Blair County
- Phone
- (814) 946-8450
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Greater Altoona Career and Technology Center- District Enrollment
- 47
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $186,587
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